The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute
The Thomistic Institute exists to promote Catholic truth in our contemporary world by strengthening the intellectual formation of Christians at universities, in the Church, and in the wider public square. The thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Universal Doctor of the Church, is our touchstone.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events, and much more.
Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, DC.
Episodes
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May 17, 2016 • 1h 24min
Can You Believe in the Trinity and Still be a Monotheist? | Prof. Boyd Taylor Coolman
Professor Boyd Taylor Coolman discusses the compatibility of belief in the Trinity with monotheism in Christianity. They delve into the challenges of reconciling the divine nature of Jesus with monotheism and the significance of the Cross. The episode explores the historical context of the Trinity in Christian theology, including key debates from the 4th century. Additionally, it examines the medieval traditions of Franciscan and Dominican theologians on the Trinity.
May 12, 2016 • 1h 39min
The Human Person Today | Prof. Thomas Pfau
Prof. Thomas Pfau discusses love, human agency in T.S. Eliot's work, Descartes' minimalist view of human flourishing, human sexuality, Aquinas' philosophy, character actions in poetry, personhood in relation to technology, historical views of the human person, and character development in academia.
Apr 28, 2016 • 60min
Can Beauty Save the World? Aquinas on Art and Liturgy | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP, discusses Aquinas' view on beauty in art and liturgy. They explore beauty's presence in all existence, its connection to love and Christianity, and examples from nature, literature, and music. The podcast also covers the goodness of entities, integrity in nature and art, and the attraction to decay. They delve into spiritually fulfilling art, suffering, and achieving union through love and hardships.
Apr 15, 2016 • 12min
The Social Vision of Leo XIII in the 21st Century Q&A | Prof. Russell Hittinger
Guest Prof. Russell Hittinger delves into institutions, global capitalism, and the role of Pope Francis in navigating complex systems. Topics include distortions in understanding capitalism, historical perceptions, and the unique perspective of Catholic social doctrine in the 21st century.
Apr 15, 2016 • 52min
The Social Vision of Leo XIII in the 21st Century | Prof. Russell Hittinger
Prof. Russell Hittinger discusses Leo XIII's social vision, highlighting the importance of hierarchical complementarity, subsidiarity, and solidarity. They explore the evolution of the concept of common good, anthropological crises, and views on polity, marriage, and church institutions in the 21st century.
Apr 15, 2016 • 13min
Technocracy and the Future of Christian Freedom Q&A | Prof. Michael Hanby
Prof. Michael Hanby discusses the implications of technocracy, reversing industrial innovations, and pursuing new freedoms rooted in nature. He explores the intertwining themes of fate, political choices, patriotism, and American cultural identity. The conversation also touches on immigration, human nature, and the dangers of absolutism.
Apr 15, 2016 • 48min
Technocracy and the Future of Christian Freedom | Prof. Michael Hanby
Listen to Prof. Michael Hanby discuss challenges to human realities and religious freedom, exploring technocracy's impact on politics, society, and technology. Delve into the evolving concept of religious freedom in Catholicism, the threats faced by Catholics, and the intricate relationship between knowledge, power, and technology in shaping societal norms and values.
Apr 15, 2016 • 22min
Murray's Critique of the American Future Q&A | George Weigel
George Weigel discusses the prevalence of moralistic therapeutic deism among American youth, challenges faced by Catholics in secular society, the impact of social liberalism on voting practices, and rethinking higher education choices for Catholic parents.
Apr 15, 2016 • 44min
Murray's Critique of the American Future | George Weigel
George Weigel discusses Father John Courtney Murray's views on democracy and Catholic social doctrine in the US. Topics include societal priority over the state, decline of moral values, judicial impact on politics, erosion of truth in media, challenges to civil society like the Little Sisters of the Poor, importance of virtue in democracy, and promoting solutions through evangelical Catholicism.
Apr 15, 2016 • 18min
God, Catholicism and the American Founders Q&A | Prof. Phil Munoz
Prof. Phil Munoz discusses the rational piety and political philosophy of American founders, complexities in US history, evolution of political principles post-Lincoln era, critique of secular progressivism, complexities in the pro-choice movement, and debate on church establishment and individual freedom.
